Veterinary Technician: Surgery, Dentistry & Client Care

COVE Animal Health; Essex (CT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Mental Health services

401K with match

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

COVE Animal Health in Essex, CT seeks a Veterinary Technician to join our Primary Care team and support wellness, surgery, dentistry, and anesthesia. You will help provide high-quality care while assisting families with compassion and expertise.

The role emphasizes collaboration, ongoing education, and opportunities for growth within a supportive environment that values patient and team success.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year in a busy hospital focusing on nursing care.
• Associates degree in Veterinary Technology is a plus.
• CVT license is a plus (additional compensation provided).
• Familiarity with anesthesia, monitoring, and dental care.
• Knowledge of instruments, sterilization, and client services.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care across general practice and anesthesia support.
• Assist with dentistry, monitoring, and patient handling.
• Educate clients about procedures and aftercare.
• Maintain instruments, supplies, and sterile technique.

Skills

Anesthesia monitoring

CPR

Client education

Team collaboration

Veterinary nursing care

Education

Associates degree in Veterinary Technology

CVT license (plus)

Tools

EzyVet

Job description

COVE Animal Health in Essex, CT seeks a Veterinary Technician to join our Primary Care team and support wellness, surgery, dentistry, and anesthesia. You will help provide high-quality care while assisting families with compassion and expertise.

The role emphasizes collaboration, ongoing education, and opportunities for growth within a supportive environment that values patient and team success.